Marketing Intern

About UNICEF Australia

UNICEF is the world’s largest children’s charity working to protect vulnerable children, globally and in Australia. Run entirely on voluntary donations, they work to improve the lives of every vulnerable child, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day their teams are on the ground in 190 countries working with local partners to deliver lifesaving help and create lasting change. From vaccinating children in war zones to providing early childhood education access in Indigenous communities, donations help them to protect every child, no matter what.

See what it's like to be a part of UNICEF Australia:

Your role

UNICEF Australia is looking for passionate Marketing and Fundraising students to join our Individual Giving team for an unpaid internship. As a successful candidate, this internship will allow you to work closely with the fundraising and communications specialists in either the Acquisition or Donor Retention and Loyalty Teams. You will have the opportunity to work with supportive and knowledgeable individuals, that welcome innovation and diverse backgrounds. We will work with you to identify what you would like to get out of the internship, as well as the skills you would like to develop during your time with us.

Your day will include:

• Acquisition Team

Reviewing our community fundraising assets, offering ideas for improvement, and implementing updates on our website and within fundraising email journeys. Under the guidance of the Community Fundraising Specialist, you will help to strengthen our communications with new donors to ultimately help increase our contribution to children around the world. Tasks may include reviewing copy, conducting audience research, developing content and/or graphics, developing supporter journeys, and communicating directly with supporters via email or phone.

• Donor Retention and Loyalty Team

Analysing past communications to various supporter segments to assess their performance and offer ideas for improvement. You will work with the Team to develop strategy and communication plans for these segments and assist in the implementation of communications to ultimately help increase our contribution to children around the world. Tasks may include reviewing copy, conducting audience research, developing content and/or graphics, communicating directly with supporters via email or phone, and developing project timelines.

Training & development

UNICEF offers the following to help their employees:

• Gain valuable career experience in international development, partnerships, fundraising, advocacy, marketing, and communications
• Receive mentoring and training from our experienced Acquisition team
• Build your skills in marketing strategy, copywriting, project management and reporting,
• Gain real-world experience and new networks as part of an international not-for-profit organization.
• Work with passionate, like-minded individuals trying to make a difference for every child 

Benefits

This role is an unpaid internship.

Benefits offered:

• Leave & Holidays
• Finance & Contract
• Flexible Work
• Family & Health
• Insurance
• Read more.

Career progression

In Australia, UNICEF Australia works with government and advocate bodies to defend children’s rights and support and fundraise for international development programs. Our organization is made up of the following teams: 

• Fundraising and Communications
• Operations
• International Programs
• Australian Programs
• People and Culture 

Each team provides a range of professional opportunities depending on candidates’ interests, skills, and experience.

Work life balance

As an employer, UNICEF Australia can offer you: 

• A flexible work environment with opportunities to work from home and variable start and finish times
• The opportunity to apply for financial study assistance commitment to your professional development with opportunities for both formal training and workplace-based learning
• A supportive working environment with access to an employee assistance program
• 14 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers, and two weeks paid parental leave for secondary carers 
• Market-competitive remuneration through industry-leading salary packaging benefits
• Opportunities to drive our people-focused agenda through our annual staff survey and staff-led working groups.

Culture & vibe

Join the UNICEF family and be part of their vibrant employee-led networks, fostering diversity, inclusion, and positive change across various dimensions such as gender equality, disabilities, LGBTQI+ rights, and youth empowerment, where your voice matters, and together we drive continuous organizational improvement. Read more.

About you

UNICEF Australia looking for a passionate team player with a genuine interest in working in the international aid and development sector. To be successful in your application, you must be connected to a relevant university degree, ideally in Business, Marketing, Communications, or International Relations. You will need to have well-developed organizational skills, the ability to see the ‘bigger picture, and strong written and oral communication skills. You should also reflect on UNICEF Australia’s core values: 

• Child focus – We remember why we are here 
• Accountability – We are accountable for our impact and actions on others 
• Integrity – We do the right thing, even when no one is watching 
• Innovation – We love initiatives and new ideas 
• Collaboration – We work together for children 
• Trust – We deliver on our promises 

How to apply

This role is currently closed. If you are interested in this role, simply click "Pre-Register" and Prosple will inform you once this position from UNICEF Australia opens again.